1966 Toyota Publica vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 468 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Publica | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Publica | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
